Introduction and start of studies
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The most important dates and offers for the start of your studies
There is not just one introductory event at the University of Kassel. Rather, there is an extensive range of different "organizers":
- On the one hand, the departments offer an official program. This type of introduction is about the subject: What is the subject about? What specializations are offered in Kassel? Which Professors and subject areas determine the content? So: be sure to attend and ask questions!
- For some (not all) degree programs and subjects, we recommend attending preliminary courses. Pre-courses are aimed at first-year students who would like to refresh their knowledge in certain subjects. The preliminary courses start before the introductory dates.
- The student councils often also offer introductory events. The student council is part of the student self-organization and deals with the specific questions of the students of a department. In terms of content, it deals with questions about the course of studies, the organization of the curriculum, learning organization and examinations. The student councils therefore offer help on how best to study this subject.
- There are also "welcome events": First semester welcome, offers for students with children, offers for international students.
Monday, October 5, 26
Time: starting at 10:00 a.m.
Location: Moritzstr. 18 Campus Center – Lecture Hall 2
Welcome by the Dean of Academic Affairs, Prof. Tuider
During the orientation tutorial, you and other first-year students will be guided by two experienced students. These experienced students will provide you with information and advice on all matters important for a successful start to your studies, such as:
- Which courses can and should I take in my first semester?
- What exactly are seminars? What is the difference between a preparatory course, a lecture, a seminar, and a tutorial?
- How do I create my course schedule?
- What are module examination regulations?
- How do I find my way around campus? Where can I find my seminar room, lecture hall, library, or cafeteria?
- How do I log in to the university’s Wi-Fi? How do I set up my university email account?
- What academic requirements must I meet in lectures, seminars, and tutorials? What exactly are coursework and exam requirements?
In addition, the orientation sessions give you the opportunity to get to know the university and the city of Kassel together with other first-year students.
Experience shows that friendships formed during the orientation days often last a whole (academic) lifetime.
The orientation sessions will begin with a welcome address by the Dean of Studies, Prof. Tuider, on October 5, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at Moritzstr. 18 Campus Center – Lecture Hall 2
Please register here for your orientation session Registration begins on June 15, 2026
If you have any further questions, please contact:
Tanja Schöttner
Nora-Platiel-Str. 1, Room 2307 (2nd floor)
+49 561 804-3440
Dear first-year students,
First of all, a warm welcome to the BA in History program at the University of Kassel.
During the orientation days, you’ll get your first glimpse into student life and have the opportunity to get to know your new classmates and build connections.
We look forward to meeting you!
For all students majoring in History
Tuesday, October 13, 26
Time: 2:00–4:00 p.m.
Location: Campus Center – Room 1112
Instructors: All faculty members in the department
For students minoring in History
Wednesday, October 14, 26
Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Location: Campus Center – Room 1112
Instructors: All faculty members of the department
Info Desk
From Monday, Oct. 12, 26, through Thursday, Oct. 22, 26, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. each day
in the foyer of the Campus Center, experienced students from the department will be available to provide academic and course schedule advising.
In the winter semester 2026/27, the introductory events for your respective degree program will take place between Monday, 12.10.26 and Wednesday, 14.10.2026. Participation in the introductory events is highly recommended.
The regular courses begin on Thursday, 15.10.26
The lecture period ends on 12.02.27
Lecture-free period: 19.12.26 up to and including 10.01.27
Introduction of minor subjects
Welcome event for all first-semester students beginning their studies at the Kassel Art Academy in the winter semester 26/27:
Tuesday, October 13, 26
Time: 2:00–5:00 p.m.
Location: Menzelstraße 13–15 campus, Kunsthochschule, South Building, 3rd floor, Seminar Room 3140
Faculty: all faculty members of your degree program
Introduction by the Faculty
We warmly welcome you to Art History! Here you’ll have the opportunity to meet all your instructors and fellow students, as well as gain an initial insight into the field and the examination regulations.
Wednesday, October 14, 26
Time: 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Location: Holländischer Platz Campus, Arnold-Bode-Str. 8, Room 0113/0114
Instructors: Verena Hucke and faculty
Dear first-year students,
A warm welcome to our new degree programs featuring (integrated) sustainability studies!
By choosing an interdisciplinary degree program, you’ll spend part of your studies with students from various disciplines. We’d like to warmly welcome you to our introductory event to explore the unifying element of sustainability studies. In addition to an introduction to the course content and organizational details, there will be opportunities for discussion and networking with your fellow students. We’ll also be available to answer any questions you may have.
We look forward to seeing you!
Wednesday, October 14, 26
Time: 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Location: Nora-Platiel 5, Room 0109/0110
Instructors: All faculty members in the Political Science department
Introduction by the Political Science faculty
Dear first-year students,
First of all, a warm welcome to the BA Political Science program at the University of Kassel.
During the orientation days, you’ll get your first glimpse into student life and have the opportunity to meet and network with your new classmates.
We look forward to meeting you!
Wednesday, October 14, 26
Time: 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Location: Holländischer Platz, Arnold-Bode 2, Room 0401
Instructors: All faculty members
Dear first-year students,
First of all, a warm welcome to the BA in Sociology program at the University of Kassel.
During the orientation days, you’ll get your first glimpse into life as a student and have the opportunity to get to know your new classmates and build connections.
We look forward to seeing you!
